# The Friars Aylesford — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This historic religious landmark welcomes families with wheelchair access, baby facilities and dining options, plus you're free to bring a picnic to enjoy in the peaceful surroundings. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/aylesford/attractions/the-friars-aylesford (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Place of Worship # The Friars Aylesford The Friars [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12446094219679943768&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Stew Dean](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113883235567590836894) **In short:** The Friars Aylesford is a place of worship in Aylesford, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,240 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Friars Aylesford This historic religious landmark welcomes families with wheelchair access, baby facilities and dining options, plus you're free to bring a picnic to enjoy in the peaceful surroundings. ## What's nearby - Aylesford Farmers Market 150m away - Aylesford Pottery 200m away - A and J Motorcycles in Aylesford 400m away - Maidstone Motoliner Ltd 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Changing Rooms Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Jeremy Fox](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116807418149878065546/reviews) ★★★★★ A peaceful and relaxing place to visit. The priory is popular with locals, pilgrims and tourists. Easy access by the M2 or the M20. Plenty of parking (no fee, but a suggested donation of £2). No tickets needed. Quite easy for wheelchairs and pushchairs, but some uneven ground in the field (as you might expect) where the Sunday market is held. · via Google [Roamin Gnome](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106914016787896929771/reviews) ★★★★★ Wow, what an amazing priory. The artwork, the history, so much to see and enjoy. We learnt so much from the artists too who were selling their beautiful creations. The cafe had helpful, friendly faces. Everything was just perfect. · via Google [AM W](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108955176189522035697/reviews) ★★★★★ Great place for peace and reflection. Can walk around the grounds or around the chapels. Excellent cafe for lunch/coffees/cakes. A shop is joint to the cafe for religious/faith gifts. Lots of fantastic events in the summer. A pottery shop on the grounds, great for bespoke gifts. · via Google [Daniel](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112893772286510173253/reviews) ★★★★★ I’ve been visiting the friars for around 15 years now. It’s such a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. I really enjoy walking around the gardens and looking at all the beautiful flowers growing. The Canada Geese seem to be the main attraction here. They are so friendly and will happily eat from your hand. They also have a resident couple of black swans and Egyptian geese. The peace garden is such a lovely place to sit and reflect or even meditate. Seeing all the tulips in full bloom really makes it that extra special. In nice weather there is plenty of green space to have a picnic. The pottery shed is also worth checking out. There is a nice tea room selling your usual items of scones, teas, ice cream etc at reasonable prices. Definitely worth a visit and you will learn a lot about the Carmelites who live here. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47df3381b5649407:0xacb968c02510cc58!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this priory features beautiful, well-maintained grounds, historic buildings, and peaceful chapels for contemplation. They also highlight the excellent on-site tea room and cafe, offering delicious food and drinks. Guests mention the convenient and ample parking, often with a suggested donation. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** The Friars, Aylesford, ME20 7BX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.3034290%2C0.4712288) **Category** Landmarks & Monuments **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 2-3 hours **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Aylesford [More attractions in Aylesford](https://staycation.co.uk/aylesford/attractions) ★ 4.7 (1,240 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.thefriars.org.uk/home?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01622717272](tel:01622717272) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Aylesford **Postcode** ME20 7BX **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9F328F3C+9F [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47df3381b5649407:0xacb968c02510cc58!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df3381b5649407:0xacb968c02510cc58!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df3381b5649407:0xacb968c02510cc58!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Aylesford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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The Friars Aylesford has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact The Friars Aylesford? 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